Enjoy a relaxed retirement with ULIP Pension Plans

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Setting aside funds to cope with life post-employment is necessary. Yes, you will have your pension plans and provident fund, but will that be enough? With the cost of living rising by the day, being financially independent when you need it the most is important. In addition to this, meeting medical expenses during old age or just living your dream requires financial planning. This is exactly what a ULIP helps you do - save today for a better tomorrow! The small amount that you invest regularly in a ULIP plan will accumulate and on retirement, provide that much needed financial assistance.

Your retirement is when you finally hang your professional boots and look forward to a relaxed, more comforting phase of life. An ideal retired life is one led without any financial burdens. In an effort to ensure that you do not have to struggle for financial stability after retirement, it is best to start investing early. Investing in a good pension plan allows you to enjoy your retirement days without hassles.  

Provident Fund & Pension Plans aren't enough

Numbers don’t lie. Statistics in India reveal that 90% of retired employees depend on their children for financial assistance as their savings get exhausted rather soon.  The remaining 10% get government pensions or aid from former employers, but even this falls short. Considering the increase in medical care and day to day expenses, planning one’s retirement is imperative. 

Increase in Life Expectancy

As healthcare facilities continue to improve, the average life expectancy increases. However, this doesn’t eliminate the fact that to avail of such advanced medical facilities, finance is needed. As per the latest data published by the World Health Organization (WHO), the average human life expectancy in India is 68.8 years (2018). Another report states that healthcare costs in India are bound to double in comparison to the rate of inflation across the country. So how does one pay for such facilities and sustain health-related expenses post-employment? A retirement ULIP plan, that’s how. 

Nuclear Family Set-up

As more families opt for a nuclear setup, this impacts life post-employment. Essentially, one is on their own and being financially independent is the only way to deal with life after employment. Having a retirement plan in place now will provide the financial assistance you need during retirement. Self-dependence is the way to go! Get a retirement ULIP plan at Bajaj Markets, today!

Fulfil your Goals

Are you working day and night to meet the financial requirements of your family? Do you have plans in place to help your child achieve their dreams and goals? For those who have all this in place, great!  But the question is, are you sacrificing on your life goals to take care of your child’s aspirations? If you are, it’s time you start thinking about yourself too. Especially when you’ve retired from work. Invest in a ULIP side by side and save up for your future and fulfil your goals. 

Following are the different types of pension plans available in India.

• Deferred Annuity Plan

In this pension plan, the premium is paid for a limited period. The pension starts as soon as the tenure ends.

• Immediate Annuity Plan

Under this pension plan, the investment is done once through a lump-sum amount. The pension starts as soon as the investment is done.

• Pension Plan With/Without Life Cover

Pension plans with a life cover offer a sum assured to the nominee upon the untimely death of the policyholder during the ULIP tenure. Immediate annuity pension plans are pension ULIPs that do not offer life cover.

• Traditional & Unit-Linked Pension Plans

These pension schemes are a type of investment plan. They either invest in government securities, called traditional pension plans, or in a combination of bonds, stocks, equities, etc., called Unit-Linked Pension Plans.

• Annuity Certain Plan

In this, you get the annuity amount for a specific number of years, which you can choose as per your requirement. In the case of your demise before the expiry of the payments, your nominee will be paid the amount.

• Guaranteed Period Annuity

As the insured, you get the annuity for a certain period, such as 5, 10, or 15 years, etc.

• Life Annuity

In a life annuity retirement plan, you receive the pension throughout your life. If you choose the ‘with spouse’ option, he/she will get the pension benefit in your absence.

You can easily start planning your retirement with these ULIP pension plans available on Bajaj Markets.

As compared to normal retirement plans, ULIP pension plans offer the benefit of insurance coverage and investment, all under a single policy. In other words, you get to invest in market-linked investment opportunities to earn a substantial amount by the time you retire and safeguard your family’s financial future with a life insurance cover.

The reasons you should choose Bajaj Markets for your retirement plans are as follows:

• Top-Rated

As per Bajaj Allianz Life Insurance Co. Ltd., ULIP funds at Bajaj Markets enjoy good ratings with approximate returns as high as 25% over a five-year investment period.

• High Assets Under Management

With approximately ₹2 lakh crore held in terms of Assets Under Management (AUM), know that your ULIP investments are the best in the market.

• Tax Benefits

As per Budget 2021, any ULIPs with premiums exceeding ₹2.5 lakh will be treated as capital gains and charged accordingly. However, ULIPs with premium less than this limit can continue to enjoy the tax benefits as before. You can read more about ULIP tax benefits on Bajaj Markets.

• Least Cost Structure

With ULIPs at Bajaj Markets, policyholders do not have to pay any charge when allocating funds, nor are the return of mortality charges levied.

• Flexibility

Policyholders enjoy the flexibility of choosing between investment strategies, thus helping one plan better for higher returns.

Here’s a list of salient features of ULIP pension plans.

• Extra Financial Cushion Post-Retirement

No matter how much savings you have made during your professional life or how much pension you are eligible for post-retirement, it always helps to have an extra financial cushion in the face of growing inflation.

• Additional Medical Riders

Retirement time calls for extra medical expenses for people. People in their old age are prone to several medical conditions, and the amount required for covering these medical expenses can prove burdensome for a retiree. However, some insurance providers offer additional medical riders with their ULIP pension plans that take care of these expenses.

• Tax Benefits

Even though your monthly income stops after retirement, you might still be liable to pay certain taxes on your investments, fixed-deposit returns, rent, or any other alternative sources of income. However, ULIP returns are exempted from tax under the Insurance Act. Moreover, the premium you will be paying throughout your professional life for these pension plans is also exempted under Section 80C of the Income Tax Act.

• Opportunity to Fulfil your Future Goals

Most individuals have some dreams and goals for their retired life. Be it travelling to their dream destination or buying a retirement home, these pension plans can help fulfil all your long-cherished dreams.

ULIP pension plans work differently from normal pension plans or investment options available in the market. Here, the ULIP investment that you make in the form of the premium is accumulated until your retirement. A part of this investment (generally one-third) is paid back to you at the time of your retirement. The remaining amount is invested in an annuity scheme, the returns on which are paid to the policyholder as pension either monthly, quarterly, or annually.

When buying ULIP pension plans with us at Bajaj Markets, check your eligibility beforehand. Also, ensure that you have the following documents handy.

A minimum guarantee plan is a policy that comes with a predefined amount that you will receive at the end of the policy term. Pension plans come with a minimum guarantee. In other words, the premiums paid towards the scheme (life insurance cover and maturity benefits) must have ‘on zero returns’ according to the Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI).

While the minimum guarantee is valid on all variant insurance plans in India, most insurers provide pension plans with better returns than guaranteed plans. However, this may vary from policy to policy. Keep reading to know how you can calculate your returns on ULIP pension plans.

The sooner you start your pension plan, the sooner you can enjoy the ULIP benefits. In order to estimate the returns on your investment as well as the pension amount you are eligible for, you can take the help of an online ULIP calculator. All you will have to do is submit your details such as current age, age of retirement, current income, expected income growth rate, current savings, monthly expenses, etc., to estimate the ULIP returns upon retirement.

Planning for your retirement is one of the many future financial goals that you set. However, before you invest in a pension plan, it is best to be mindful of the following factors.

• Monthly Expenses

When you plan your retirement, it is important to take into account your family’s monthly expenses. Since a significant chunk of your income is cut off after retirement, your pension plan should be able to fulfil your family’s needs.

• Inflation

Another important factor to consider is the growing inflation rate. It is imperative to invest in a pension plan wherein inflation and other economic variables do not affect your standard of living post-retirement.

• Medical Expenses

Many people forget to consider the medical expenses in their retirement plan. It is important to note that your health might degrade as you get older, and you might need medical assistance often. Hence, your pension plan should be able to cover you and your family for any unforeseen medical emergencies in the future.

• Financial Liabilities

Chances are that you have repaid all your financial liabilities by the time you decide to retire. However, if you think you might have some outstanding debts, it is best to plan your retirement funds accordingly. That way, you will not have to compromise financially, even in your post-retirement days.

• Your Future Financial Needs

Along with sustaining your financial need during retirement, you have to take into account the needs of your dependents (your spouse and/or children and grandchildren).

Planning your retirement is a crucial step in financial planning. We believe that the following tips will help you plan your retirement days.

1. Explore Several Insurance/Investment Options

In India, we have different insurance and investment plans available in the market to meet your changing lifestyle needs. However, before you start to buy/invest in these policies blindly, it is important to consider a few things, such as:

• Your monthly income

• Your expenses

• Your family’s medical history

• Future financial needs

Having a complete understanding of these aspects will allow you to plan towards your retirement in a better way. You can then shortlist the essential insurance and investment options that will help you accomplish your goals.

2. Invest Early

Whether you are buying an insurance policy or making investments, it is best to start as early as possible. Doing so will allow you to build substantial wealth over time.

3. Diversify your Investments

Policies like ULIP pension plans offer dual benefits of life insurance cover and market-linked investments. In such scenarios, it is advisable to diversify your investments to gain higher returns. You can make changes to the investment portfolio of your ULIP pension plan with the fund switching option. Depending on your financial needs and market performance, make necessary changes to your portfolio to earn reasonable returns.